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Oxford University Press is delighted to present cross-cultural stories and anecdotes from award-winning author, Michael Lacey Freeman. Michael was born and raised in England, but has lived and taught in Italy for more than 20 years. His perspectives on both cultures are witty, thoughtful and generou…

Michael Lacey Freeman

Sep 19, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
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Episode 4: The Dance

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2019 10:46

In Italy, the very act of saying good-bye can be an act of love. The farewell “dance” will sound very familiar to native Italians or anyone who has lived in Italy for a period of time, and Michael describes it with his characteristic generosity and gentle humour. Continue reading →

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Episode 3: Going Places

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2019 11:44

Michael shares anecdotes from his travels in Italy and Japan. Continue reading →

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Episode 2: Rules are rules

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2019 10:33

Michael shares his experience of being stuck between a rock and a hard place as a good law-abiding citizen.n a rock and a hard place as a good law-abiding citizen. Continue reading →

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Episode 1: RSVP

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2019 13:17

Michael talks about how his style of invitation has changed over his years in Italy, and how misunderstanding certain idioms can lead to indigestion. Continue reading →

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